Where Our
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The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program with Work Integrated Learning (WIL) equips students with comprehensive business fundamentals while emphasizing leadership through the transpersonal lens. The curriculum fosters a global perspective and focuses on value-driven, data-informed decision-making, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking in a competitive strategic environment. Graduates will be prepared to cultivate a forward-thinking organizations rooted in ethical, evidence-based choices, and effective interpersonal communication.
Flexible Scheduling
Advance your career with a program that accommodates your full-time job, family commitments, or other demands. We designed our flexible online MBA with you in mind which is why our courses are offered in a weekly or bi-weekly virtual-online format so you can schedule your classes when you need them.
Spring Start Date: | April 6, 2026 |
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Summer Start Date: | July 7, 2025 |
Fall Start Date: | September 29, 2025 |
Winter Start Date: | January 12, 2026 |
Program Length: | 2 years |
Total Number of Units: | 36 |
Estimated Total Cost: | $24,000 |
Estimated Fees: | $1,100 |
Format: | On-Ground or Hybrid & Weekend courses |
Campus: | Palo Alto, CA Costa Mesa, CA |
GRE/GMAT: | Not Required |
Key Program Highlights:
We blend scholarship in transpersonal psychology with meaningful, transformative learning that inspires reflection, self-actualization and authentic leadership development.
Flexible Scheduling
Advance your career with a program that accommodates your full-time job, family commitments, or other demands. We designed our flexible online MBA with you in mind which is why our courses are offered in a weekly or bi-weekly virtual-online format so you can schedule your classes when you need them.
Recognized Affordability
In 2018 our MBA was ranked in the top 5 online MBA programs in Silicon valley by the Online MBA Report. We continue to be one of the most affordable options in the Silicon Valley region with our MBA priced under $30K.
Accredited
Sofia is accredited by the nation’s premier regional accreditation body for higher education, the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
Career Outcomes
Chief Executive Officer
Median wages (2023)
$99.37 hourly, $206,680 annual
Human Resources Manager
Median wages (2023)
$48.69 hourly, $101,280 annual
Software Engineer
Median wages (2023)
$64.21 hourly, $133,560 annual
Finance Manager
Median wages (2023)
$99.37 hourly, $206,680 annual
Marketing Manager
Median wages (2023)
$48.69 hourly, $101,280 annual
Operations Manager
Median wages (2023)
$64.21 hourly, $133,560 annual
Corporate Lawyer
Median wages (2023)
$99.37 hourly, $206,680 annual
Business Owner
Median wages (2023)
$48.69 hourly, $101,280 annual
Investment Banker
Median wages (2023)
$64.21 hourly, $133,560 annual
*Career information provided through this website is based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data provided through O*net online.
MBA Information Session
Discover what Sofia University’s MBA program has to offer in this informative video featuring Dr. Simone DiMatteo, the Program Chair. Dr. DiMatteo answers key questions about the program, providing prospective students with a comprehensive overview of what to expect.
Get Real-World Experience
The Work Integrated Learning (WIL) component provides students with hands-on experience in a career-based environment, allowing them to apply classroom knowledge while receiving mentorship from faculty and feedback from workplace supervisors. This program encourages the development of rational thinking, emotional intelligence, and intuition in organizational decision-making, preparing students to become transformative leaders in a dynamic business landscape. Ultimately, the MBA with WIL equips students to adapt to technological and business changes, ensuring long-term success and stability.
Curriculum:
To receive a Master of Business Administration degree, a total of 36 units are required for graduation. The following are specific degree requirements:
- 21 units in Core Courses
- 12 units in Advanced Course
- 3 units in Capstone Course
- Work Integrated Learning/Internship Course
The Core consists of courses that aim to provide students with both the human relations and quantitative decision-making skills to lead business operations.
- MBA2001 Personality and Motivation (3)
- MBA2002 Positive Psychology for Business (3)
- MBA2003 Decision Science (3)
- MBA3002 Finance(3)
- MBA3005 Operations (3)
- MBA3006 Business Law and Ethics (3)
- MBA3008 Marketing (3)
Advanced courses allow students to explore issues of innovation,
technology, and advanced topics in transpersonal psychology,
leadership and organizational behavior. There are 4 advanced
required courses:
- MBA4302 Organizational Psychology (3)
- MBA4401 Technology Innovation and Product Management (3)
- MBA4601 Marketing and Consumer Psychology (3)
- MBA4602 Sustainability and Global Leadership (3)
The Capstone is the final component of a student’s graduate studies.
- MBA4001 Capstone (3)
Students pursuing the MBA Degree Program are required to pass Sofia University’s 0-credit internship class, Work Integrated Learning (WIL). WIL is a graduation requirement and an integral part to a student’s degree program. Additionally, after completion of the WIL internship class, students have the option to re-enroll in following terms, which will aid them on their continued internship journey while in the MBA program.
MBA Concentrations
Students focus their studies by completing the Concentration of their choice which is directly related to the career path or career goals. There are four (4) mandatory concentration classes in multiple concentrations. Each course is three (3) credit units for 12 mandatory concentration credits for a program total of 48 credit units.Â
In addition to the MBA core 36 credits, students can choose concentrations to add to their program. Students are allowed to add two concentrations in total taking their program credits to 48 with one concentration or 60 credits with two concentrations.
Business Data Analytics (STEM certified)
Through a blend of theoretical and practical learning, students will develop expertise in data management, business intelligence, and predictive analytics, applying their knowledge to solve complex business problems.
The Intersection of AI and Business
Students will develop a deep understanding of how AI can be harnessed to optimize operations, drive innovation, and gain a competitive edge.
Executive Entrepreneurial Leadership
This concentration cultivates the strategic mindset and leadership skills necessary to drive innovation, growth, and success in today’s fast-paced, competitive business landscape.
Transformative Strategic Leadership
Students will explore organizational development frameworks, gaining the tools to identify opportunities, implement innovative solutions, and lead teams through periods of transformation.
Global Business Leadership
This concentration prepares students to navigate the complexities of leading multinational organizations in a globalized world.
Global Team Leadership
Through a blend of cultural intelligence training, leadership development, and team dynamics study, students will learn to foster collaboration, communication, and cohesion within multinational teams.
Alumni Stories
I'm so grateful for this opportunity because it helped me to grow more and knowing like all the aspects of working in the United States and after my internship I transition to a full-time job at Sophia University I look back and everything that I accomplished everything that I did it was for a reason and I'm so grateful for that and I'm so grateful for Sophia University for this opportunity
Camila Alvarez Ospina
MBA Student
Class of 2024
As the workforce evolves, a graduate degree shows me the dedication to enhancing my industry expertise and credibility. By earning a graduate degree from Sofia University, I continue to expand upon my wealth of knowledge, preparing myself for a life of constant learning, and I now have the confidence to compete in today’s advanced technological world.
Anjali Patel
MBA Student
Class of 2021
MBA Program Achievements
As an additional benefit to the student, accomplishments throughout the program will be recognized by awarding a badge demonstrating the understanding of the program’s associated theories, concepts, and foundational principles.
Achievement Badge 1: Transpersonal Psychology and Leadership in Business
Deep understanding of transpersonal psychology, the ability to express ideas clearly and enhanced analytical and critical thinking skills.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
This section aims to address the most common inquiries we receive about the Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Work Integrated Learning (WIL) degree program, providing prospective students with detailed insights.
For full-time students (who take 9 units per quarter), the program can be completed in 1.5 years. Part-time students (those taking less than 9 units per quarter) typically finish the program in 2 to 2.5 years. However, students have up to 4 years to complete the degree.
Sofia University assists students who may struggle to secure their first internship placement. The university can help in finding a suitable placement, suggest alternative internships, or advise on the filing of a temporary waiver. Additional resources include the Domestic Internship Handbook and International Internship Handbook, which provide comprehensive insights into the program.
More information can be found here about the program, requirements and courses. https://catalog.sofia.edu/business-administration-masters/master-of-business-administration/master-of-business-administration
Work Integrated Learning-Based Internship Program
A student may participate in the Sofia University Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Program which is fully integrated with the degree program. After they complete the WIL Internship class, they will be required to take a 0–credit Internship class each quarter during their program, which will aid them on their continued internship journey while in the MBA program.
Internship Eligibility for F-1 students:
You are a student enrolled in a graduate degree program – For all master’s and doctoral level degrees at Sofia University (including those granted to domestic students), internships are an integral part of the training.
Prospective F-1 students who have been in F-1 status and previously enrolled full-time at a college or university in the U.S. for at least one academic year (one academic year at Sofia is defined as three full-time quarters per the academic calendar) in the following, master’s degree programs DO NOT need to fulfill the one-year academic requirement to apply for CPT: Master’s in Business Administration – MBA – Cip Code 52.0201.
In order to obtain approval to participate in an internship, you must be able to show that your curricular practical training directly relates to your major area of study. When a student files a CPT Authorization Request, this application will be reviewed by a qualified Internship Faculty Advisor. The Internship Faculty Advisor will review the proposed internship experience and sign-off if it adequately correlates with and supports the training objectives of the student’s degree program.
All internship participants must maintain a 3.0 GPA throughout their participation in internships, with certain limited exceptions. For those students unable to find a placement in the first quarter, the university can assist in locating a placement; will help a student to find an appropriate substitute internship, or suggest the filing of a temporary waiver.
To learn more about Sofia’s internship policies for check out our Domestic Internship Handbook and International Internship Handbook. Our Internship Handbook will help you learn about our Work Integrated Learning Internship Program, overall qualifications, and internal processes on how to apply.
